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About the June 2023 Cover

Important connections between Texas coastal bays and the Gulf of Mexico occur at natural passes and jetties.  Jetties trump the natural passes that open, close…

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Dawning of Early Summer Saltwater Explosion

Regardless of the type of fishing enjoyed, June undoubtedly will be able to fulfill your wishes. Story and photography by Danno Wise Summer is finally…

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Hope Of An Incredible Buck

Imagine what could have developed on their heads if average rainfall had occurred. Story and photography by Bob Zaiglin With temperatures breaching the century mark…

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Wells Gone But Not Forgotten

Vertical structure of wells may no longer exist in Texas’ bays, State waters or offshore, but these sites may have vestiges that still attracts fish….

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Different Fish — Different Stories

Biologist says spring tourney results at Lake Fork reflect missing year classes on bass, while adult crappie are fat and sassy. Story and Photography by…

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SIGHTING IN AND STRIVING FOR PINPOINT ACCURACY

Story and photography by Tom Claycomb III Theoretically you wouldn’t think sighting in your rifle s that big a deal — unless you’re a hunter….

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2023 Leopold Conservation Award Honors Fayette County’s Brown Ranch

AUSTIN — Mark and Cheryl Brown have been awarded the state’s highest honor for private land conservation, the Leopold Conservation Award, which will be presented…

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Hords Creek Lake ‘Fully Infested’ with Invasive Zebra Mussels

AUSTIN — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has designated Hords Creek Lake in Coleman County as “infested” with invasive zebra mussels, signifying that…

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Federal Red Snapper Season Opens June 1

AUSTIN — The private recreational angler red snapper season in federal water opens Thursday, June 1. Red snapper fishing is open year-round in state waters….

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Chronic Wasting Disease Discovered in Deer Breeding Facility in Sutton County

AUSTIN, TX – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) received confirmation of a new case of Chronic Wasting Disease…

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